NEET 2025 Colleges & Admission: Minimum Scores, Quotas, AIIMS, JIPMER, BDS
This comprehensive guide answers key questions about NEET 2025 colleges and admission processes in India, including the minimum NEET score required for MBBS, government medical colleges accessible with 500+ marks, the differences between All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota, distinctions between AIIMS, JIPMER, and NEET, and the feasibility of securing a BDS seat with 300 marks. Based on the latest National Testing Agency (NTA) guidelines and trends as of June 14, 2025, this guide is designed to help medical aspirants plan their admission journey effectively.
31. What is the Minimum NEET Score for MBBS?
The minimum NEET score for MBBS admission in 2025 varies depending on the category of the candidate, the type of college (government, private, or deemed), and the quota (All India Quota or State Quota). The National Testing Agency (NTA) sets a qualifying cutoff percentile to pass NEET, while admission cutoffs for MBBS seats are determined by colleges based on competition, seat availability, and exam difficulty. Below is a detailed breakdown for NEET 2025:
- NEET 2025 Qualifying Cutoff (to pass the exam):
- General (UR): 50th percentile (~137-720 marks in 2024, expected 140-150 marks in 2025).
- General-PwD: 45th percentile (~122-136 marks in 2024, expected 125-140 marks in 2025).
- OBC/SC/ST: 40th percentile (~107-136 marks in 2024, expected 110-140 marks in 2025).
Note: Qualifying marks are the minimum to be eligible for counseling, but not sufficient for MBBS admission in most colleges.
- NEET 2025 Admission Cutoff for MBBS (Government Colleges):
- General Category (AIQ): 590-610+ marks for top government colleges; 520-580 marks for mid-tier colleges under state quota. [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)[](https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/what-is-a-good-score-in-neet-1712738223-1)
- OBC: 520-580 marks for state quota; 550+ for AIQ. [](https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/what-is-a-good-score-in-neet-1712738223-1)
- SC/ST: 420-490 marks for AIQ; 400-450 marks for state quota. [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)[](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/mp-neet-cut-off)
- EWS: 580-600 marks for AIQ; slightly lower for state quota. [](https://mbbscouncil.com/listing/neet-all-india-quota-counselling-for-government-colleges/)
- Example: For top colleges like AIIMS Delhi, Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), or JIPMER, general category candidates need 650-715+ marks. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/what-is-good-score-rank-in-neet-ug/)[](https://www.adda247.com/school/what-is-good-score-in-neet-to-get-an-mbbs-seat/)[](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/aiims-neet-cutoff-mbbs-bds/)
- NEET 2025 Admission Cutoff for MBBS (Private/Deemed Colleges):
- General: 500+ marks for top private colleges (e.g., Kasturba Medical College, Christian Medical College); 300-450 marks for lower-ranked colleges. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/what-is-good-score-rank-in-neet-ug/)[](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- OBC/SC/ST: 350-450 marks for mid-tier private colleges; 200-350 marks for BAMS/BHMS. [](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/how-many-marks-are-required-in-neet-for-mbbs)[](https://prepmed.in/blog/post/how-many-marks-are-required-in-neet-for-mbbs)
- Note: Private colleges have higher fees (₹10-25 lakh/year) but lower cutoffs than government colleges. [](https://prepmed.in/blog/post/how-many-marks-are-required-in-neet-for-mbbs)
- Factors Affecting Cutoffs:
- Number of applicants (20.8 lakh appeared in 2025, down from 22.7 lakh registered). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- Exam difficulty (NEET 2025 was moderately challenging, potentially lowering cutoffs slightly). [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/neet-cut-off)
- Seat availability (~1,18,190 MBBS seats, including 58,299 government and 59,891 private/deemed). [](https://x.com/Vivekpandey21/status/1933771839420891318)[](https://x.com/DrNaveenKumawat/status/1933772826185773079)
- Category reservations and state-specific policies. [](https://medical.studentkhabri.com/article/neet-seat-matrix-2025-state-wise-mbbs-seats-in-india/)
- Key Points:
- A score of 600+ marks is considered safe for general category candidates aiming for government MBBS seats under AIQ. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/what-is-good-score-rank-in-neet-ug/)
- Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) have lower cutoffs due to reservation policies. [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- With 300 marks, MBBS in government colleges is unlikely, but private colleges or alternative courses (BDS, BAMS) are possible. [](https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/articles/scored-300-marks-in-neet-check-best-mbbs-and-bds-colleges-in-india-blogId-101769)[](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/how-many-marks-are-required-in-neet-for-mbbs)
- Cutoffs are released after counseling rounds by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for AIQ and state authorities for state quota. [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/neet-cut-off)
SEO Tip: To prepare for NEET 2026, aim for 610+ marks for government MBBS seats, as cutoffs may rise due to increasing competition. Check official NTA and MCC websites for exact cutoffs post-results (expected June 2026).
[](https://collegedunia.com/exams/neet/cutoff)32. Which Government College Can I Get with 500+ Marks?
A NEET 2025 score of 500+ marks is considered average to good for MBBS admission in government medical colleges, particularly under the 85% State Quota for reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST) or in less competitive states. However, for General category candidates under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), 500 marks may not secure top-tier colleges but can offer admission in mid-tier or newer government colleges. Below is a detailed analysis based on NEET 2025 trends and previous cutoffs:
- General Category (500-550 marks):
- State Quota (less competitive states): Admission is possible in government colleges in states like Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, or Rajasthan. [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)[](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/mp-neet-cut-off)
- Examples:
- Government Medical College, Aurangabad, Maharashtra: Cutoff ~520-530 marks (state quota). [](https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/articles/scored-300-marks-in-neet-check-best-mbbs-and-bds-colleges-in-india-blogId-101769)
- Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Cutoff ~550 marks (state quota). [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/mp-neet-cut-off)
- SMS Medical College, Jaipur, Rajasthan: Cutoff ~540-550 marks (state quota for domicile candidates). [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/what-is-good-score-rank-in-neet-ug/)
- Government Medical College, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh: Cutoff ~520-540 marks (state quota). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- AIQ: Chances are slim for top colleges (e.g., AIIMS, MAMC) requiring 650+ marks, but newer AIIMS (e.g., AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Raebareli) may have cutoffs around 550-600 marks. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/aiims-neet-cutoff-mbbs-bds/)
- OBC Category (500-550 marks):
- State Quota: Strong chances in states with high seat availability (e.g., Tamil Nadu, Karnataka). [](https://www.collegedekho.com/amp/articles/neet-ug-mbbs-bds-aiq-seat-matrix/)
- Examples:
- Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Cutoff ~520-540 marks (OBC state quota). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- Bangalore Medical College, Karnataka: Cutoff ~510-530 marks (OBC state quota). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- AIQ: Possible in mid-tier colleges like Government Medical College, Nagpur (~510-530 marks). [](https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/what-is-a-good-score-in-neet-1712738223-1)
- SC/ST Category (450-500+ marks):
- State Quota: High chances in most states due to lower cutoffs (400-450 marks). [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/mp-neet-cut-off)
- Examples:
- B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Cutoff ~450-470 marks (SC/ST state quota). [](https://www.collegedekho.com/articles/what-is-good-score-rank-in-neet-ug/)
- Government Medical College, Raichur, Karnataka: Cutoff ~420-450 marks (SC/ST state quota). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Cutoff ~430-460 marks (SC/ST state quota). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- AIQ: Possible in colleges like Government Medical College, Kota, Rajasthan (~450-480 marks). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- Key Points:
- State Quota Advantage: Domicile candidates with 500+ marks have better chances under state quota due to lower cutoffs (520-550 marks) compared to AIQ (590+ marks). [](https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/what-is-a-good-score-in-neet-1712738223-1)[](https://x.com/DrNaveenKumawat/status/1933772826185773079)
- College Predictor Tools: Use tools like Careers360 or Shiksha.com College Predictor to identify specific colleges based on your score, category, and state. [](https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/articles/scored-300-marks-in-neet-check-best-mbbs-and-bds-colleges-in-india-blogId-101769)[](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/how-many-marks-are-required-in-neet-for-mbbs)
- Less Competitive States: States like Uttar Pradesh (9,253 MBBS seats), Tamil Nadu (11,575 seats), and Karnataka (11,020 seats) offer more opportunities. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/amp/articles/neet-ug-mbbs-bds-aiq-seat-matrix/)[](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/neet-seats-in-india)
- Counseling Rounds: Later rounds (Round 2, Mop-up) may have lower cutoffs, increasing chances for 500+ marks. [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/neet-cut-off)
- Note: Top colleges like AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, or MAMC Delhi require 650+ marks, making them inaccessible with 500 marks. [](https://www.adda247.com/school/what-is-good-score-in-neet-to-get-an-mbbs-seat/)
SEO Tip: For NEET 2026 aspirants, target 580+ marks to improve chances for government MBBS seats in competitive states. Check state counseling websites (e.g., mcc.nic.in for AIQ) for updated seat matrices and cutoffs post-NEET 2026 results.
33. What is All India Quota and State Quota?
The All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota are two distinct seat allocation systems for MBBS and BDS admissions through NEET 2025, designed to balance national and regional access to medical education. Below is a detailed comparison:
- All India Quota (AIQ):
- Definition: 15% of MBBS/BDS seats in government medical and dental colleges across India (except Jammu & Kashmir in some cases) are reserved for AIQ, open to candidates from any state. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/amp/articles/neet-ug-mbbs-bds-aiq-seat-matrix/)[](https://mbbscouncil.com/listing/neet-all-india-quota-counselling-for-government-colleges/)
- Counseling Authority: Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts online counseling for AIQ seats via mcc.nic.in. [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/neet-cut-off)
- Seat Matrix: ~7,918 MBBS seats under AIQ in 2025, including central universities (e.g., BHU, AMU) and ESIC colleges. [](https://mbbscouncil.com/listing/neet-all-india-quota-counselling-for-government-colleges/)
- Eligibility: Candidates must qualify NEET 2025 with the minimum cutoff percentile and register on the MCC portal. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/amp/articles/neet-ug-mbbs-bds-aiq-seat-matrix/)
- Cutoffs: Higher than state quota due to national competition (e.g., 590+ marks for General, 420-490 for SC/ST in AIQ). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)
- Reservation: Follows central government policies (27% OBC, 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 10% EWS, 5% PwD). [](https://medical.studentkhabri.com/article/neet-seat-matrix-2025-state-wise-mbbs-seats-in-india/)
- Example: A candidate from Uttar Pradesh with 600 marks can apply for AIQ seats in Tamil Nadu’s Madras Medical College. [](https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/articles/scored-300-marks-in-neet-check-best-mbbs-and-bds-colleges-in-india-blogId-101769)
- State Quota:
- Definition: 85% of MBBS/BDS seats in government colleges (and all seats in private colleges) are reserved for candidates with domicile in the respective state. [](https://www.collegedekho.com/amp/articles/neet-ug-mbbs-bds-aiq-seat-matrix/)[](https://getmbbsadmission.com/nri-quota-mbbs-admission/)
- Counseling Authority: State medical education directorates (e.g., Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu) conduct counseling. [](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/neet-cut-off)
- Seat Matrix: ~50,770 MBBS seats under state quota in government colleges, plus private college seats. [](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/government-mbbs-seats-through-neet)[](https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/neet-seats-in-india)
- Eligibility: Candidates must meet state domicile criteria (e.g., studied 10th/12th in the state or parents’ residency proof) and qualify NEET 2025. [](https://mbbscouncil.com/listing/delhi-state-quota-mbbs-admission-neet-counselling-procedure/)
- Cutoffs: Lower than AIQ (e.g., 520-550 marks for General, 400-450 for SC/ST in states like MP). [](https://hellomentor.in/news-blogs/%2520neet-2025-safe-scores-for-mbbs-by-general-obc-sc-and-st-categories)[](https://www.vedantu.com/neet/mp-neet-cut-off)[](https://x.com/DrNaveenKumawat/status/1933772826185773079)
- Reservation: Varies by state (e.g., Tamil Nadu has 69% reservation for OBC/SC/ST). [](https://medical.studentkhabri.com/article/neet-seat-matrix-2025-state-wise-mbbs-seats-in-india/)
- Example: A Tamil Nadu candidate with 540 marks can apply for state quota seats in Government Medical College, Coimbatore. [](https://www.shiksha.com/medicine-health-sciences/articles/scored-300-marks-in-neet-check-best-mbbs-and-bds-colleges-in-india-blogId-101769)
- Key Differences:
Parameter All India Quota (AIQ) State Quota Seat Percentage 15% of government seats 85% of government seats, 100% of private seats Eligibility Open to all NEET-qualified candidates Restricted to state domicile candidates Counseling MCC (centralized) State authorities (decentralized) Cutoffs Hi document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { var cells = document.querySelectorAll("table td"); cells.forEach(function(cell) { let text = cell.textContent.trim().toLowerCase(); if (text.includes("ipo")) { cell.classList.add("ipo-text"); } if (text.includes("mainbored")) { cell.classList.add("mainbored-text"); } }); });